The Dutch Bike Co. just opened in the Kolstrand Building (4737 Ballard Ave. NW), but what about those restaurants? Staple & Fancy, chef Ethan Stowell’s new restaurant, has applied for a sidewalk cafe permit.

Work is still underway inside the restaurant, but we’re told that Staple & Fancy should open in the next couple of weeks.

The opening of chef Renee Erickson’s new oyster bar, The Walrus & the Carpenter, is imminent. The restaurant is on the backside of the building with double doors that open to an outdoor eating space (shown above.) She Tweeted on July 29th, “We are getting very close – the newest restaurant in Ballard will be opening within a week – stay tuned for details.” You can follow the restaurant’s progress on Twitter (@thewalrusbar).